Javed Akhtar is an Urdu poet, lyricist and songwriter. He was born on 17 January 1945 in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. His father, Jaan Nisar Akhtar was also an Urdu poet. Javed was originally named Jadoo, an Urdu word derived from a poem that his father wrote.
Wrote many screenplays together with Salim Khan as team Salim-Javed.
Studied in the Pre-Independence era school Colvin Taluqedar College situated in Lucknow.
Was awarded the Avadh Samman in Lucknow for his valuable contribution to Hindi cinema.
Son of Jan Nissar Akhtar. Father of Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.
Father of Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.
Father-in-Law of Adhuna Bhabani Akhtar.
Grandfather of Shakya Akhtar and Akira Akhtar.
Is exactly five years older than his former wife Honey Irani.
Brother in law of Actor, Director Kamran Khan (Kamran was married to Honey Iranis sister).
When clouds of pain loom in the skyWhen a shadow of sadness flickers byWhen a tear finds its way to the eyeWhen fear keeps the loneliness aliveI try and console my heartWhy is it that you cry? I askThis is only what life impartsThese deep silences withinHave been handed out to all by timeEveryone’s story has a little sorrowEveryone’s share has a little sunshineNo need for water in your eyesEvery moment can be a new lifeWhy do you let them pass you by?Oh heart, why is it that you cry?.
